Chthonic

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈkθɒnɪk/
• US IPA: /ˈθɑ.nɪk/

Origin

From Ancient Greek χθών ("ground") + -ic.

Full definition of chthonic

Adjective

1. Dwelling within or under the earth.The young pantheon had remanded their elders to the role of smouldering, chthonic gods; to inhabiting dark, deep places, hidden from mortal eyes and influence.

Related terms

• Chthonia
• chthonian
• chthonic law